“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

Hebrews 10: 24-25

Faith Through Fellowship

There’s something special about being together as women – there is honest conversation, heart-felt encouragement, and laughter, even when we are in different life phases or stages. Best of all, there’s something special about women encouraging each other to know and experience the grace of Jesus Christ. That is our hope and prayer
through our ministry with women at 1st Pres.
If you are a woman, no matter your marital status, your work status, your age – you will find a place at 1st Pres to journey with each other as we come to know and experience the love of the Lord more.

Please click on the underlined opportunity for more information.

Women’s Bible Study

The Women’s Bible Study exists for the purpose of bringing women to Christ and discipling them so that their lives glorify God. This is pursued through prayer, worship, personal Bible study, teaching of the Word, and small group discussion. It is designed for women of all ages, in all stages, and at all places in the spiritual journey. Women new to Bible Study are welcomed to join any Wed or Thursday. We meet through the fall (Sept-Nov) and the winter/spring (Jan – April).

On Thursday mornings, an hour of large group teaching and worship is followed by an hour of discussion time. We begin our time together in the Sanctuary. There are normally 130-150 women registered. Wednesday evening we meet in A-211. Large group teaching is followed by 30-40 minutes of small group. The average participation is 15-20 women.

This fall, we will continue our study in the book of John (see below for teachings from last semester as example). For more information about Wed and Thur schedules, and to register, see below.

Wednesday Evening WBS begins on September 6th for Fall Semester

We meet every Wednesday in Fall: Sept. 6 thru Nov.29 except Nov.22 (Thanksgiving), and Spring: Jan.10 thru Apr. 25 except Feb 14 (Ash Wednesday) and Apr 4 (Spring break). Children’s Wednesday Night Live programming is available for all ages. Please be sure to sign up your children for Kid Connection (Elementary) or Mustard Seed Club (Preschool). Please contact Melinda Miller for programming for these. Middle School students go to Connect in B100 (no need to sign up). For WNL dinner, RSVP at 723-1621 x 221 by noon on Monday prior. Payment for class is optional and is $15 per person.

Thursday Morning WBS begins on September 14th for Fall Semester.

We meet every Thursday in Fall: Sept 14 thru Nov.30 except Nov.23 (Thanksgiving), and Spring: Jan.18 thru Apr 25 except on March 29 (Maundy Thursday) or April 5 (spring break). Childcare is available from infant through PreK. For registration questions, contact Christy Alley at uncalley@hotmail.com. Payment for class is optional and is $38 per person.

MOPS : Mothers of Preschoolers

MOPS offers busy mothers of preschool aged children a time for friendship and fellowship, while also offering them a chance to enjoy activities, educational programs, and mutual support. MOPS encourages spiritual growth for women as mothers, leaders, and children of God.